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New Study Correlates Increased Sparring with Brain Changes in Mixed Martial Arts
New research presented at the American Psychiatric Association’s Annual Meeting today examined brain changes associated with sparring in people participating in mixed martial arts (MMA) and observed a significant correlation between the number of sparring sessions and brain changes.
New Research Affirms Effectiveness of AA and Other 12-Step Programs in Treating Alcohol Use Disorder
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has been helping people recover from alcohol use disorder for more than 80 years. There has been very little rigorous research to date, but a new review study finds AA is effective in helping treat alcohol use disorder and reduces health care costs.
Mental Health Pathfinders: Evolving Psychiatry Through a Neurodiverse Lens
In this episode of Mental Health Pathfinders, psychiatrist Dr. Bernadette Grosjean shares her powerful journey of receiving an autism diagnosis later in life.
Unlock Your Opportunities: Why Attend the 2024 Annual Meeting?
Get ready for the must-attend event in psychiatry! Join the APA’s prestigious 2024 Annual Meeting from May 4 to 8 in lively New York City.
Petros Levounis, M.D., M.A., Is Named APA President-Elect
The members of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) have elected Petros Levounis, M.D., M.A., as the medical society’s next president-elect. Dr. Levounis is the first openly gay psychiatrist elected to the presidency of the APA. The results were released today but are not official until the APA Board of Trustees confirms them at its March meeting.
July Issues of APA Journals Feature New Research on High-Potency Cannabis Use, Teen Suicide Trends, Problematic Internet Use, and More
The latest issues of four American Psychiatric Association journals (The American Journal of Psychiatry, Psychiatric Services, American Journal of Psychotherapy, and Psychiatric Research and Clinical Practice) are now available online.
APA TV Puts Spotlight on Top Treatment and Research Centers
One of the special experiences of attending the APA Annual Meeting in person is access to informative and engaging content produced by APA TV right from the comfort of your own hotel room. While that experience can’t be replicated this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you can still check out some of the segments that APA TV put together this year, which highlight the work of some of our nation’s top psychiatric hospitals and learning institutions.
Telemedicine and the Role of State Medical Boards
Telepsychiatry via interactive or synchronous video-conferencing, a form of telemedicine, is bound by a broad tapestry of laws and regulations across the United States.
Explore Sessions for International Medical Graduates at the 2023 APA Annual Meeting
Check out some featured sessions in the International Medical Graduate track at this year's Annual Meeting.
Challenge Your Knowledge in the MindGames Masters Game at the APA Annual Meeting
MindGames Masters: Subspecialty Review is a three-part educational experience for psychiatrists to assess their knowledge and learn more about five subspecialties in an engaging, fun, and competitive format!
Join Us in Los Angeles for the First Time in 40 Years!
Registration is now open for the in-person 2025 APA Annual Meeting! Start planning for your meeting experience now.
April Issues of APA Journals Cover Treatment for Irritability in Youth, Collaborative Psychopharmacology, Disparities in Use of Restraint, and More
The latest issues of three American Psychiatric Association journals, The American Journal of Psychiatry, Psychiatric Services and The American Journal of Psychotherapy are now available online.